Mercedes finds new location for screens — directly in car windows
Mercedes is developing LED displays embedded in car windows and holographic projection on the windshield to convey warnings and other information.
Mercedes-Benz has introduced developments that transform car windows into surfaces for displaying information. These are currently research projects, with no announced timeline for their appearance in production vehicles.
The first direction involves LEDs embedded between layers of glass. On the rear window, they will be able to display warning symbols and road information for drivers following behind. When the image is turned off, the elements remain nearly invisible.
For larger surfaces, the company is exploring Mini-LED technology, while for smaller areas requiring more detailed graphics, Micro-LED is being considered.
The second development is a holographic display on the windshield. A projector in the dashboard directs the image onto a special transparent film inside the glass. Its optical elements reflect light in a way that keeps the image visible even in sunlight.
The image is visible only from specific angles. This will allow content to be separated: the driver will not see what is displayed for the passenger, and vice versa. Potential applications include navigation, trip details, video calls, and movies.
According to Mercedes, information will appear as needed. The company has not yet specified which car models will feature these solutions or their cost.
